4.7 - Reading: "AutobiographyofMalcolmX," Pages 174-176 (Gold)

Front

In prison, what did Malcolm X discover that he wanted to acquire?

Back

Education

Front

Did Malcolm X consider the slang he knew functional? Why or why not?

Back

No, because it was not useful in letters

Front

Why did Malcolm X feel envy toward his friend Bimbi?

Back

Bimbi had broad knowledge

Front

After he acquired a dictionary, what did Malcolm X eventually decide to do with it?

Back

Copy it, entry by entry

Front

What inevitable result came from the dictionary project?

Back

Malcolm X's word knowledge grew

Front

Why was correspondence easier for Malcolm X once he knew the English language?

Back

He could express himself in written language.

Front

Why might correspondence be so important to someone in prison?

Back

It is a way to keep in touch with the outside world.

Front

What was the debate topic mentioned in the text?

Back

Should Babies Be Fed Milk?

Front

What was emphasized in the Norfolk Prison according to the text? Options: Physical fitness, Learning and improving yourself, Religious studies, Art and music

Back

Learning and improving yourself

Front

Why did Malcolm X prefer isolation?

Back

He could read when he was completely alone.